Electronic ignition for Mercruiser 170 (1985)?

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Originally Posted by scook

I got MSD bulk spiral core wire and multi-angle plug connectors. My son (mechanic) and I almost got hernias getting one of the boots over the wire and then back down over the connector. We slathered it with dielectric grease but it was still really hard to get it on and then couldn't twist the wire in the boot to align the MSD logo so it will be where I want it when I bend the connector.

Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks

Silicone spray lube and the boots will slide right on. Just keep in mind once the spray dries, the boot will be locked in place.